Photos courtesy Bil Anderson
Ed. Note: Well a monolith anyway :) Doesn’t look quite as shiny or tall as some of the others spotted but we’ll take it!!
Thanks to JB for passing on the details from Bil:
“The Monolith appeared mysteriously in Mr. Anderson’s front yard in Hillcrest around noon on Sunday. (more…)
This rental is located at Montello Ave Ne near Raum. The Craigslist ad says:
“$3,200 / 3br – 1800ft2 – 3Bd/3.5 Ba House near Gallaudet (Trinidad) (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
My friend and I were out walking today (Friday) and stopped at the corner of Vermont and U right around 4:45pm by Service Bar, and a guy rode by us on a bike and slapped my ass super hard – so hard at first I thought it may have been the bike handle, but it didn’t seem to send him off balance and he didn’t look back to apologize or indicate it was an accident. He rode off on Vermont going towards 9:30 Club. It shook me up for sure, definitely violating. (more…)
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A Logan Circle townhome built to stop you mid-scroll: 1007 O Street NW
Other Notable Fresh Listings:
Near one of my all time favorites on Audubon Terrace, NW in Forest Hills overlooking Soapstone Valley Park (connected to Rock Creek Park). (more…)
In a city where everyone seems to be moving at a hundred miles an hour, finding a moment of calm can feel like a luxury. At Luxie Spa, tucked into the heart of Capitol Hill, that luxury is intentional.
Luxie Spa has become one of D.C.’s most talked-about destinations for those who want more than a routine beauty appointment. Combining high-end technique with a personalized touch — creates an experience that feels both indulgent and deeply restorative.
Thanks to Jehan for sending word:
“I spotted signage for a Halal Guys in the Union Station food court today. It’s next to the Wendy’s and &pizza! The booth is locked up right now, but the sign is up above it.” (more…)
Oyez! Oyez! Oyez! All persons having business before The Honorable Callie Pigeon and Delilah Dentata are admonished to draw near.
Callie and Delilah, “Attorneys at Law”*, hereby summon you to a burlesque and variety “tribute” to crime, justice, and lovers of both!
via google maps
From MPD at 3:23pm Sunday: “ALERT: Robbery Investigation in the 1500 block of Meridian Pl NW. Lookout is for 3 Black Males, 1 armed with a rifle, and was last seen in a Gray Nissan
Have info? Call (202) 727-9099/text 50411″
Alan Henney reported at 3:29pm: “ARMED ROBBERY w/ AK-47 RIFLE— Meridian Pl off 16th St NW-DC in the Columbia Heights/ Mt. Pleasant area. 3 men, 1 armed with an AK47-style rifle, robbed the victim of $$, phone and keys, then they fled in a gray Nissan Maxima.”
Mei Xiang (left) and Tian Tian (right) via Smithsonian’s National Zoo
From the Smithsonian’s National Zoo:
“Giant pandas, icons and ambassadors for the efforts to save the species in Washington, D.C., since 1972, will continue to live at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo through the end of 2023. The three-year agreement extension signed by Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute and China Wildlife and Conservation Association (CWCA) is effective through Dec. 7, 2023.
The terms of the agreement extension are similar to previous agreements. Cub Xiao Qi Ji (SHIAU-chi-ji), born at the Zoo Aug. 21, female giant panda Mei Xiang (may-SHONG), age 22, and male giant panda Tian Tian (tee-YEN tee-YEN), age 23, will go to China at the end of the three-year agreement extension.”
1100 13th St NW, on L Street Between 13th and 14th
Ed. Note: Drafthouse opened here in 2016.
Thanks to G for passing on the Rasmus Auction listing:
“M30512 – Restaurant & Bar Equipment Online Auction. Draft House and Comedy Bar. (more…)
Yesterday there were 23,136 total positives.
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From the Mayor’s Office:
“The District’s reported data for Sunday, December 6, 2020 includes 183 new positive coronavirus (COVID-19) cases, bringing the District’s overall positive case total to 23,319.
The District reported that four additional residents lost their lives due to COVID-19.
· 55-year-old male
· 62-year-old male
· 81-year-old male
· 86-year-old female
Tragically, 701 District residents have lost their lives due to COVID-19.
Below is a summary of the District’s current ReOpening Metrics.” (more…)
Heat Da Spot Cafe opened up back in 2015. (more…)
Local rising kindergartener, Phin, has advanced to the Top 5 in his group in the national Jr. Ranger Contest, a competition that celebrates children who are passionate about nature, wildlife, and exploration. After making it through earlier rounds with strong family and friend support, Phin is now in 4th place and working toward the top spot needed to move on to the quarterfinals.
The contest encourages kids to engage with the outdoors and highlights their curiosity and love for learning about the natural world. For Phin and his family, this experience has been both exciting and meaningful, made even more special by the encouragement from friends, neighbors, and the broader community.